Jefferson and Adams counties · Auto and truck accidents
Arvada Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers
Arvada auto and truck accident lawyers for crashes on Wadsworth Boulevard and I-70 and across Arvada. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
How We Handle Your Accident Claim
McCormick & Murphy are Arvada auto and truck accident lawyers for people hurt in a car or truck crash. We get the Arvada Police Department report, the Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital records, and file in Jefferson County Courts.
We start by gathering the police report from the Arvada Police Department and documenting the scene. We photograph vehicle damage, collect witness statements, and obtain traffic-camera or business video if available. If your accident involved a commercial truck, we request electronic data-recorder information, trucking logs, and vehicle inspection records. Every piece of evidence tells us how the collision happened and who bears responsibility.
Once we understand the facts, we identify every responsible driver, employer, or fleet operator and locate all liability and uninsured/underinsured-motorist policies. We present a complete claim package to the insurance carriers, backed by medical records, repair estimates, and lost-wage documentation. If the insurers refuse fair compensation, we are prepared to litigate in Jefferson County Courts in Golden or Adams County Justice Center.
Evidence We Collect and Use
Vehicle damage patterns reveal how much force the collision generated and whether a vehicle struck another from behind, at an angle, or head-on. We also obtain event-data-recorder ("black box") information from newer vehicles, which captures speed, braking, and steering input at the moment of impact. Traffic cameras at major intersections on Wadsworth Boulevard and nearby thoroughfares, plus security cameras from nearby businesses, often record the accident sequence.
Witness accounts are crucial. We interview everyone present and preserve their statements before memories fade. Commercial records—dispatch logs, driver cell-phone records, maintenance schedules, and prior safety complaints—help establish a pattern of negligence by trucking companies. Police reports from the Arvada Police Department document citations, field observations, and preliminary fault determination.
Local investigations may involve Arvada Police Department, evidence from Wadsworth Boulevard or Ralston Road, and witnesses or businesses near the scene.
After a collision on Wadsworth Boulevard, Ralston Road, Indiana Street, I-70, or elsewhere in Arvada, preserve and gather:
- Police report from Arvada Police Department, including case number and officer notes
- Photographs or video of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and debris at the scene
- Medical records from Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge or other treatment providers, documenting injury diagnosis and ongoing care
- Names, phone numbers, and written statements from eyewitnesses
- Insurance information and declarations pages from all drivers involved
- Traffic-camera or business-video footage from nearby intersections or properties
- Electronic data from the at-fault vehicle's event-data-recorder (EDR), if available through the other driver's insurer or police investigation
- For commercial vehicles: trucking logs, maintenance and inspection records, and company safety policies
- Phone records, text messages, or other evidence of distracted or impaired driving
- Wage-loss documentation and receipts for medical expenses, transportation, and out-of-pocket costs
- All insurance policies covering the vehicles, drivers, and passengers (liability, uninsured/underinsured-motorist, medical-payment, and others)
Medical Documentation and Injury Recovery
Many accident victims are transported to Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, where emergency physicians document the injury severity. Even if you leave the scene without hospital admission, prompt follow-up care—at an urgent-care clinic, primary-care office, or emergency department—creates a medical record that links your injuries directly to the collision.
We obtain all imaging studies, lab work, and medical notes. We work with your treating physicians to understand your prognosis, recovery timeline, and any permanent limitations. Pain, lost wages, and medical bills are only part of the picture; we also document emotional distress, reduced quality of life, and the cost of ongoing therapy or vocational rehabilitation.
Official Arvada hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
What You May Recover
- Medical expenses—emergency care, imaging, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, and ongoing therapy at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital or your chosen provider
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if injuries prevent you from returning to your job or force a job change
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs, rental-car fees, and transportation expenses while your vehicle is being restored
- Pain and suffering, including physical discomfort, emotional distress, sleep disruption, and loss of enjoyment of daily activities
- Permanent scarring, disfigurement, or disability that affects your long-term quality of life
- Costs of household help, childcare, or personal attendant services if your injuries limit your ability to manage household tasks
We present these damages to the at-fault driver's liability carrier and your own uninsured/underinsured-motorist insurer, and if settlement fails, we pursue full recovery through Jefferson County Courts or Adams County Justice Center.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
C. O., Denver · UM / bad-faith verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Arvada Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Arvada auto and truck accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Arvada auto and truck accident lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Denver office is in Denver, CO.
What if the other driver was uninsured or underinsured?
Colorado law requires most auto policies to include uninsured-motorist (UM) and underinsured-motorist (UIM) coverage. Your own policy typically covers you, household members, and passengers if the at-fault driver lacks sufficient liability insurance. We investigate all available policies and present your claim to both the liability carrier and your UM/UIM carrier to maximize recovery.
How long do I have to file a claim after an Arvada accident?
Most Colorado motor-vehicle injury claims have a three-year limitations period from the date of injury. However, if a public entity (such as a government vehicle or property) was involved, written notice may be required in as little as 182 days. Do not delay—filing early protects your rights. We recommend contacting us promptly so we can preserve evidence and meet all deadlines.
How does McCormick & Murphy charge for auto-accident representation?
We represent injury clients on a contingency fee basis. This means we earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or won. You do not pay unless we recover money for you. Separate from the fee, you may owe advanced case costs for obtaining medical records, crash reports, and expert review. We discuss those costs upfront.
What happens if the accident involved a commercial truck?
Commercial-vehicle accidents often involve additional parties and evidence. We obtain trucking logs, vehicle-maintenance records, driver qualification files, and inspection records from the trucking company. We also review federal safety regulations and company policies. Commercial carriers typically carry higher liability limits, and we ensure all responsible parties and their insurers are identified and held accountable.
Should I talk to the insurance company before calling a lawyer?
Insurance adjusters may contact you early, but you are not required to give a recorded statement or sign a release before consulting an attorney. Anything you say can be used against your claim later. We recommend contacting us first. We communicate with insurers on your behalf and protect your rights while investigating the accident and your injuries.
Related crash types in Arvada
Distracted driving
Phone use, in-vehicle screens, passengers, food, and other distractions that take attention from driving.
Multi-vehicle accidents
Chain-reaction and pileup claims involving several drivers, impacts, insurers, and disputed fault.
Intersection accidents
Signal, stop-sign, turning, crosswalk, and lane-conflict crashes at controlled and uncontrolled intersections.
Uninsured and underinsured motorists
UM/UIM claims when the responsible driver has no insurance or insufficient liability limits.
Hit and run
Claims involving an unidentified or fleeing driver, including uninsured-motorist coverage.
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